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Police quell Wroclaw fan violence with 28 arrests before Conference League final

Donald Tusk pledged zero tolerance, warning officers will be more ruthless following clashes ahead of the Conference League final

Police intervene to prevent fighting between Chelsea and Betis fans in Wroclaw
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Overview

  • Polish police arrested 28 people after brawls erupted between Chelsea and Real Betis supporters in Wroclaw’s market square
  • Riot units used water cannon and pepper spray to disperse fans after bottles, smoke bombs and chairs were hurled during confrontations on Tuesday and Wednesday
  • Prime Minister Donald Tusk publicly condemned the disturbances and vowed that officers would adopt an even tougher posture against further hooliganism
  • Lower Silesian Governor Anna Zabska denounced the violent behaviour, stating it has no place in sport or public life
  • Authorities report that order has been restored and that the UEFA Conference League final will proceed as scheduled